Whole Farm > Human Resources > Skill Development
Updated December, 2020
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Assessing Interpersonal Skills
Interpersonal skills relate to your ability to work with others and are essential for the long-term success of your business. Firms that possess human resources with exceptional skills have a long-term focus and are more likely to use their skills to take advantage of emerging opportunities.
How would you rate your interpersonal skills? They help you focus on recognizing others’ individuality, communicating effectively, working as a team member, mediating differences, and listening to others. Use the items below to assess your interpersonal skills.
Don Hofstrand, retired extension value added agriculture specialist, agdm@iastate.edu
